The style of 18th-century French furniture was guided by the court. When Louis XV, who reigned from 1715–74, focused royal life on the smaller salons of Versailles rather than its grand chambers, it transformed the aesthetics away from the imposing and angular furniture that characterized the style of Louis XIV. A broader focus on comfort and more delicate forms define antique Louis XV furniture, with nature-inspired carvings, wood inlays, curved cabriole legs, asymmetrical shapes and rounded oval seat backs. The furnishings changed throughout the king’s life, as he ascended to the throne as a child and then grew to establish his own tastes.
Pieces like the bergère, an upholstered armchair with a wide cushion that fit the flowing dresses in fashion at the time, reflected this more informal court. Introduced at the start of Louis XV’s reign, bergère chairs in this style were deeper and broader than other chairs of the period.
Louis XV tapestries and carpets tended to be floral and colorful, and design elements were borrowed from Asia. Dutch-born cabinetmaker Bernard van Risenburgh brought lacquer techniques influenced by Japan and China into his luxuriously made furniture. Along with its fine details, the furniture of the era also featured new innovations including mechanical devices. Jean François Oeben, a royal cabinetmaker, created such intricate pieces as a mechanical table for Madame de Pompadour, Louis XV’s mistress. It involved a sliding top and a writing surface that extended from its marquetry panels.
During the later years of Louis XV’s reign, there was a shift from the ostentatious rocaille style, part of the exuberantly decorative Rococo movement in Europe for which designers such as Nicolas Pineau and Juste-Aurèle Meissonier are known. The style under Louis XVI would return to boxier forms, but with a neoclassical touch inspired by the ancient world.
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Pair of Country French Provincial Wingback Bergère Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A charming pair of tall wingback bergère armchairs in the Country French Provincial Louis XV style. The large beech wood frames have an intentionally weathered, pickled lacquer finis...
Brass
Louis XV Style Wingback Bergere á Oreilles Crewel Work
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic French country provincial or Louis XV style wingback bergere á Oreilles featuring a dramatic blue and white crewelwork upholstery. Crafted from rich, dark mahogany. The fra...
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century Louis XV Style Wingback Fauteuil or Armchair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French provincial Fauteuil à La Reine avec Oreilles or "queen's wingback armchair with ears". This is a large size chair-and-a-half with solid walnut frame and distinc...
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,480Sale Price|20% Off
French Louis XV Style Walnut Wingback Bergere Chair, Early 20th Century
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Louis XV style walnut wingback Bergere chair, early 20th century Large and well proportioned finely carved walnut wingback bergere armchair. The sturdy frame is decorated wit...
Walnut
$5,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of French Louis XV Style Bergères À Oreilles with Carved Floral Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XV style walnut bergères à oreilles from the 20th century, with carved floral décor, upholstery and cabriole legs. Created in France during the 20th century, t...
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,320 / set
Pair of French Wingback Armchairs w/ Ottomans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French carved bleached walnut wingback armchairs w/ matching ottomans. The chairs and ottomans stand on cabriole legs with rams head feet. The chairs are newly upholstered in...
Linen, Walnut
$2,316Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Antique 1890s era French Louis XV Style Wingback Chairs Nailhead Trim
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of antique French Louis XV style wingback chairs from the 1890s embodies timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship. Each chair features the distinctive high back with gr...
Walnut
Large 19th Century French Louis XV Style Fauteuil
Located in Dallas, TX
A large French carved walnut early Rococo style armchair with wings and interior armrest. Fauteuil en confessionnal in French.
Walnut
$3,092 / set
Pair of Antique French Walnut Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique French walnut armchairs. They were made in France and date from around the 1920’s. The quality is outstanding, the solid walnut frames have a gorgeous col...
Fabric, Walnut
Super Comfortable and Top Quality Made Pair of Louis XV Style Wingback Armchairs
Located in Lisse, NL
Magnificent design with classical green velvet upholstery wing back chairs. This vintage and pastel green painted pair of wingback chairs is beautiful in design, they are in superb ...
Velvet, Wood
Classic French Louis XV Intricately Carved Walnut Wing Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exquisite detail in the carving on the lovely shaped body of this Louis XV walnut bergere armchair or wingback chair, having carved floral motifs, cabriole legs and new high end upho...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Exquisite French Louis XV Giltwood Wingback Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An exquisite pair of French Louis XV style giltwood bergères armchairs or wingback chairs, circa 1880, having carved floral motifs, cabriole legs and vintage upholstery in very good...
Upholstery, Giltwood
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres feature graceful naturalistic lines, a beautifully patinaed, distressed painted finish, and linen upholstery for a soft, comfortable effect! The tailored lines of this pair combined with the weathered finish to make them a perfect choice for the casual decor, the country french decor...
Linen, Hardwood
Louis XV Style Early 20th Century Wingback Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Carved walnut frame cushioned seat and upholstered in gold or beige damask.
Walnut
Late 19th C. Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil à Oreilles — Iris Apfel Collection
Located in Morristown, NJ
France, late 19th to early 20th century Likely by a Parisian atelier in the manner of Maison Jansen or Maison Krieger Dimensions: 41.5″ H × 32.25″ W × 25″ D A handsome French Louis...
Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
$2,995 / set
French Louis XV Wingback Chair & Ottoman
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A French Louis XV Style W...
Wood
$3,295 / set
French Wingback Chairs by BAKER Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Leather, Fruitwood
French Louis XV Style Carved Balloon Porters Chair, 19th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This exquisite 19th-century Louis XV style carved balloon porter's chair is a testament to the timeless elegance of French craftsmanship. Crafted in France during the second half of ...
Wood
Pair Vintage Louis XV-Style Carved Wingback Chairs with New Upholstery
Located in Troy, MI
This pair of Louis XV-style wingback chairs features an elegant contrast between their ebonized frames and neutral, textured upholstery. The carved hardwood frames showcase classic R...
Linen, Hardwood
Vintage Thomasville Louis XV Style Parquetry Oak Carved Library Wingback Chair
By Thomasville
Located in Dayton, OH
A stately wingback chair by Thomasville Furniture, Circa 1970s. Features an oak frame with a serpentine crest rail set between turned finials. The wingback portion of the chair is ...
Fabric, Oak
$15,500 / set
Pair of Italian Wingback Armchairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of Impressive, highly stylish and unique Italian painted wood frame wing back arm chairs that will bring presence to any room. Chairs have a full wood frame and a loose cushion....
Wood
$2,590 / set
Rococo Louis XV Style Late 19th Century Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Gilt and bronzed hardwood frame. Nyrokoko, the second half of the 19th century. Repairs, marks. I offer also on request a professional complete restoration and new upholstery. (For e...
Upholstery, Walnut
French Louis XV Walnut Bergere Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) walnut bergere arm chair with gilt trim, white upholstery, and wing back Antique condition
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Carved Velvet Wingback Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details Below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can usually ship it for less and get it to you faster. Click on "Ask The Seller" and send us your zip code for a quote. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Spectacular Antique French Louis XV Rococo Hand Carved Burnout Velvet Wing Back Chair We also have the matching sofa in Orange velvet listed separately. Featuring hand-carved Minerva (Roman Goddess of Wisdom) busts on both wingtips, carved Dragon panels...
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Louis XV Style High Back Lounge or Wing Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Louis XV style high back lounge or wing chairs. This pair of finely carved solid wooden Lounge Chairs would make a statement in any...
Wood
$4,959 / set
H 38.78 in W 34.26 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Vintage Clubhouse Wingback Chairs, English, Leather, Armchair, C.1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage clubhouse wingback chairs. an English, leather button back armchair, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Charming club lounge chairs for keeping th...
Leather
Pair of Striped French Bergère Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
An elegant pair of French bergères or wingback chairs from France, showcasing timeless appeal and refined proportions. These comfortable lounge chairs feature classic high backs with...
Wood, Fabric, Oak
Southwood Crewel Wingback Chair
Located in Annville, PA
From Niagara Furniture a vintage Southwood Crewel Wingback Chair in excellent original, as found, condition. Both elegant and incredibly detailed this...
Fabric, Wood
$3,650
H 43 in W 29 in D 34 in
Danish 1930-40s Midcentury Country Style Wingback Armchair in Solid Oak
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great example of early Danish midcentury design, circa 1930s wingback chair in hand carved solid oak with exposed sides and brass nails. Sturdy and strong construction of generous pr...
Wool, Oak
$2,750
H 47 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Figural Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Louis XVI style Bergere library wingback reading chair, circa 1890-1910. Made from walnut with a striking pediment featuring a quiver, arrows and torch amongst roses ...
Fabric, Walnut
A French Louis XV style Painted Carved Bergere Chair, C. 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully detailed, this classic bergère features a carved and painted frame with scrolling arms and cabriole legs, upholstered in an blue Fortuny fabric. The combination of textur...
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Pair of French Louis XV Style Walnut Bergeres with Linen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite near pair of late 19th/early 20th century French bergères having newly upholstered seats in a geometric pattern light gray linen fabric. The chairs are nearly identical wit...
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of French Louis XV Style Carved Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 34 1/2 in W: 27 1/2 in D: 28 1/2 in SH: 19 1/4 in Introduce timeless French elegance to your interior with this exceptional Pair of Mid-20th Century French Louis XV ...
Upholstery, Wood
French Louis XV Style Carved Upholstered Bergere Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: Height: 32 1/2in Width: 25 1/2in Depth: 25in Seat Height: 18in This vintage Louis XV style upholstered bergere chair is made of the highest quality and is perfect for y...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair Louis XVI Style Bergere á Oreilles Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of french mahogany bergere á oreilles or wingback chairs made in the Louis XVI taste. The chairs feature tall carved frames with gracefully curved wings. The generous seat...
Brass
$3,800 / set
H 43 in W 28 in D 27 in
Pair of Vintage French Louis XV Style Wingback Bergere Armchairs, W & J Sloane
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of vintage French Louis XV style wingback bergere armchairs, W & J Sloane. These chairs were made in Italy, and originally sold by W & J Sloane Inc. Items feature solid wood fra...
Fabric, Walnut
$1,568Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.44 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Louis XV Bergère Chair, French Walnut, Rococo Style, Late 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite French bergère armchair was crafted in the late 19th century in the Louis XV style, showcasing the timeless elegance of French decorative arts. Made from solid French ...
Walnut
Scalamandre Fabric Bespoke Vintage Pair of Wingback Wing Chairs
By Scalamandre
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant pair of vintage wingback chairs with Scalamandre fabric which is newer. The colors are to die for, please enjoy pictures. Fabulous lines and scale, not too big, not too sm...
Fabric, Mahogany, Textile, Silk
Sold
H 37 in W 31 in D 31 in
Antique French Country Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Chairs Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Country Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Chairs with Partial Down Filled Cushions and Floral Print Upholstery - a Pair. Frames feature a unique medium siz...
Walnut
Louis XV Style Oak Wingback Armchair
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 20th Century wingback armchair is crafted in the Louis XV style. It consists of oak wood frame and a richly patterned weave upholstery. The pattern depicts a dense, wood...
Oak
Pair of 19th C. Louis XV Style Wingback Armchairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely pair of 19th century Louis XV style wingback armchairs with later brocade upholstery. Chair frames appear to have been repainted/touched up over the years but are structurall...
Upholstery, Wood
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H 44 in W 33.5 in D 25 in
Pair 19th Century French Regence Carved Walnut "Fauteuils de Confessional"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a living room, den or office with this large pair of antique wing-back fauteuils. Crafted in France circa 1880, each "Fauteuil de Confessional" stands on elegant cabriole le...
Fabric, Walnut
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H 42 in W 28 in D 32 in
Pair of French Louis XV Style 19th Century Wingback Bergères with New Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XV style painted bergères à oreilles from the late 19th century, with grey painted finish and upholstery. Created in France during the last quarter of the 19th...
Wood
Sold
H 41 in W 26 in D 24.5 in
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Intricately Carved Wingback Club Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant antique pair of French Louis XV style walnut wingback bergères from the 19th century, with completely carved frame décor, new neutral high end upholstery and Louis XV classic...
Upholstery, Walnut
Classic Pair of Louis XV Style Giltwood Bergeres Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant pair of Louis XV style armchairs having a serpentine carved crestrail over upholstered backs, beautiful carved apron and cabriole legs. Purchased from an estate in Naples Florida...
Upholstery, Giltwood
Pair of Antique French Walnut Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique French walnut armchairs. They were made in France and date from around the 1930’s. The quality is outstanding, the solid walnut frames have beautifully cr...
Fabric, Walnut
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H 42 in W 28.5 in D 29 in
French Provincial Louis XV Style Green Finish Wingback Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Provincial Louis XV Style Green Finish Wingback Lounge Chair & Ottoman Item features pink and green distress painted solid wood frames, shapely wi...
Fabric, Wood
Restoration Hardware Versailles Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A beautiful hooded chair in the style of 18th c. chairs used by porters at the entrance to French chateaus. In natural wood burnt oak finish, with natural linen upholstery on the fro...
Burlap, Oak
Sold
H 44 in W 31 in D 33 in
French Louis XV Style Mahogany Woven Leather Theodore Alexander Wingchair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
Leather, Mahogany